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Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Melinda French Gates explains her $1 billion promise to change the world for women

Melinda French Gates emphasizes the importance of shaping one's story, particularly in empowering future generations of women.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Paris food

A question for Lauren Sanchez: was this a hen do or a humanitarian mission to liberate Paris from good taste? | Marina Hyde

Mental health
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Melinda French Gates explains her $1 billion promise to change the world for women

Melinda French Gates emphasizes the importance of shaping one's story, particularly in empowering future generations of women.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Paris food

A question for Lauren Sanchez: was this a hen do or a humanitarian mission to liberate Paris from good taste? | Marina Hyde

#self-care
Women
fromYoga Journal
1 week ago

Is Your Menstrual Cycle Actually Connected to the Moon?

The new Outside+ app helps users track their menstrual cycles, connecting them to lunar phases and offering insights into self-care and fertility.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
10 hours ago

Older Women Are Calling Out "Scams" That Society Normalizes About Women, And It's So Toxic

Women reflect on societal pressures and realizations about life choices that feel like scams in their 20s.
fromDaily Pilot
1 month ago
US Elections

In O.C., former Vice President Harris says she'll stay politically active: 'I'm not going anywhere'

Women
fromYoga Journal
1 week ago

Is Your Menstrual Cycle Actually Connected to the Moon?

The new Outside+ app helps users track their menstrual cycles, connecting them to lunar phases and offering insights into self-care and fertility.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
10 hours ago

Older Women Are Calling Out "Scams" That Society Normalizes About Women, And It's So Toxic

Women reflect on societal pressures and realizations about life choices that feel like scams in their 20s.
fromDaily Pilot
1 month ago
US Elections

In O.C., former Vice President Harris says she'll stay politically active: 'I'm not going anywhere'

fromNature
4 days ago

I apply my aquatic-science training to empower Tanzania's seaweed farmers

Growing up in inland Tanzania, I lived far from any large water bodies, let alone the ocean. When I first moved to the coast, to join the University of Dar es Salaam...
Agriculture
#drama
fromVulture
1 week ago
Social media marketing

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Recap: She's Coming for the Crown

fromVulture
1 week ago
Social media marketing

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Recap: She's Coming for the Crown

#mentorship
#fashion
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How do you wear denim to work? Argent and Citizens of Humanity have the answer

The shift away from strict office dress codes places the burden of appropriate dressing on employees.
Fashion & style
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 week ago

JNN D'RC: A Defiant Fashion Manifesto by Elodie Carstensen - KALTBLUT Magazine

JNN D'RC is a fashion collection that explores themes of power, femininity, and selfhood through the lens of historical inspiration.
Fashion & style
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Barbie's feet are getting flatter - here's what that means for real-world fashion: study

Barbie reflects changing fashion norms by transitioning from high heels to flat shoes, mirroring broader societal shifts in women's footwear choices.
fromBustle
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Olivia Rodrigo Just Wore A Cleavage-Baring Cutout Gown & It's Her Chicest Yet

Fashion & style
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

How do you wear denim to work? Argent and Citizens of Humanity have the answer

The shift away from strict office dress codes places the burden of appropriate dressing on employees.
Fashion & style
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 week ago

JNN D'RC: A Defiant Fashion Manifesto by Elodie Carstensen - KALTBLUT Magazine

JNN D'RC is a fashion collection that explores themes of power, femininity, and selfhood through the lens of historical inspiration.
Fashion & style
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Barbie's feet are getting flatter - here's what that means for real-world fashion: study

Barbie reflects changing fashion norms by transitioning from high heels to flat shoes, mirroring broader societal shifts in women's footwear choices.
fromBustle
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Olivia Rodrigo Just Wore A Cleavage-Baring Cutout Gown & It's Her Chicest Yet

fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

What is World Sevens Football?

The new World Sevens Football competition aims to elevate women's football, offering players a platform to showcase their talent and grow personal brands.
Soccer (FIFA)
#community-building
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 week ago
European startups

I've helped hundreds of Americans move abroadhere are 5 of the most welcoming countries in Europe

fromwww.cnbc.com
1 week ago
European startups

I've helped hundreds of Americans move abroadhere are 5 of the most welcoming countries in Europe

#reproductive-rights
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Women

The Internet Is Applauding This Woman's Brutally Honest Take On Why Marriage Is A Terrible Deal For Women

Women
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

I had to borrow money during my maternity leave I felt ashamed and humiliated'

New mothers are struggling financially due to low maternity pay, leading many to take on debt during their maternity leave.
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Women

The Internet Is Applauding This Woman's Brutally Honest Take On Why Marriage Is A Terrible Deal For Women

#chicago
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

'Not Her First Rodeo' shines light on Elite Female Bull Riders

The series follows the Elite Lady Bull Riders, five remarkable women battling in and out of the arena, risking life and limb for a shot at a championship buckle.
Women in technology
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Britain's aid cuts will be catastrophic for women and girls | Letters

The UK government is jeopardizing women's support programs, undermining long-term progress and violating its values of inclusion and solidarity.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Post-Forties Villain Era

Embracing growth can lead to being perceived negatively by those who benefited from self-abandonment.
Maturity reveals the selfishness in others when self-sacrifice ends.
True self-differentiation can cause discomfort in relationships.
#afghanistan
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

Afghan rights defender told she faces no risk' from Taliban as Home Office denies asylum

Mina, an Afghan woman advocating for human rights, faces threats after her asylum claim was rejected despite her previous work with Western-backed projects.
Toronto Raptors
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Oakdale Community Centre gets the WNBA treatment with refurbished court | CBC News

The WNBA and Maybelline New York refurbish a Toronto basketball court to inspire community youth before the league's Toronto launch.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

GTA non-profit introduces women's cohort in construction training program | CBC News

The Construct program is expected to have around 270 participants total this year, says Emmy Kelly, chief operating officer of Blue Door.
Women in technology
#marriage
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago
Relationships

Tina Fey Is a Marriage Realist

Tina Fey's character critiques romanticized notions of marriage and soulmates, reflecting modern women's frustrations with caretaking roles.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Relationships

I'm a multimillionaire and make more money than my husband. He contributes in different ways.

Open communication can transform perceived threats in relationships into collaborative partnerships.
Earning more than a partner does not impact their value or worth in a relationship.
A successful partnership thrives on understanding and mutual respect rather than competition.
Relationships
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

Tina Fey Is a Marriage Realist

Tina Fey's character critiques romanticized notions of marriage and soulmates, reflecting modern women's frustrations with caretaking roles.
Women in technology
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

What to Know About the Equal Pay Activist Lilly Ledbetter, Who Inspired Lilly

Lilly Ledbetter's life and legal battle inspired the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, promoting equal pay awareness.
#resilience
#social-media
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago
Women

Pamela Anderson Is Being Defended After A Tabloid Harshly Criticized Her Appearance At The Met Gala

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Exclusive | Man exposes himself to woman in NYC subway station - is then recognized by 128 people in online poll

Women
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Pamela Anderson Is Being Defended After A Tabloid Harshly Criticized Her Appearance At The Met Gala

The article discusses societal pressure on women regarding aging and appearance, highlighting negative responses to a woman's decision to embrace natural aging.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Man exposes himself to woman in NYC subway station - is then recognized by 128 people in online poll

A woman filmed a man exposing himself at a subway station and shared the incident on social media to raise awareness.
#entertainment
Marketing tech
fromMarketing Dive
3 weeks ago

Why QVC is targeting Gen X with a TikTok livestream shopping event

QVC launches an initiative to empower women over 50 through a partnership with TikTok for an engaging livestream shopping experience.
#gender-equality
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

From Sri Lanka to Tanzania: the pioneering hotels run entirely by women

Jeewanthi Adhikari's promotion to manager of an all-female hotel in Sri Lanka represents a significant step toward gender equality in the tourism industry.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

From Sri Lanka to Tanzania: the pioneering hotels run entirely by women

Jeewanthi Adhikari's promotion to manager of an all-female hotel in Sri Lanka represents a significant step toward gender equality in the tourism industry.
#mental-health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

'Hunger doesn't care about tigers'

Mahfuza's journey as a fisherwoman reflects both resilience and the struggle against environmental hazards she faces in her daily life.
Everyday cooking
#leadership
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

On the road in Sierra Leone with Bombali's bike ladies'

With nearly 60% of Sierra Leone's rural population living in poverty, commercial riding offers income to hundreds of thousands – nearly all of them men.
Alternative transportation
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

California legal legend Anh Phoong talks DEI hiring, new billboard designs

Phoong expressed appreciation for the billboard design’s message of women's empowerment, highlighting a contemporary 'rough raw woman' aesthetic in line with her brand.
Women in technology
Berlin music
fromMedium
2 months ago

Raymonda wants love and a career-SF Ballet gives her both

The reimagined ballet 'Raymonda' integrates feminist themes juxtaposed against traditional narratives, reflecting contemporary women's struggles for agency and choice.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

'I've learned how to use a drill and hand-sander and saved so much money' - why more women are picking up power tools

Amidst the challenges of being ghosted by tradesmen and faced with high rates, women are increasingly embracing DIY skills to tackle home maintenance tasks.
Renovation
Parenting
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Heather Graham, 55, confesses she's 'glad' she never had children: 'I feel free'

Heather Graham expressed relief about not having children 80% of the time, valuing her freedom and individuality.
She emphasizes the importance of setting personal boundaries and prioritizing one's own happiness.
#self-acceptance
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
Mental health

Exclusive | Moms launch anti-glitzy 'Get Un-Ready With Me' effort to teach young girls to embrace their looks

Mental health
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Exclusive | Moms launch anti-glitzy 'Get Un-Ready With Me' effort to teach young girls to embrace their looks

A movement towards embracing natural beauty is emerging, empowering women to feel free without makeup.
#motherhood
Arts
fromJuxtapoz
4 weeks ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - In Defense of Tenderness: Genevieve Cohn @ Hashimoto Contemporary, San Francisco

Genevieve Cohn's exhibition explores themes of tenderness and resilience through vibrant paintings of women in imagined, protective communities.
fromsilive
4 weeks ago

Mayor Adams makes surprise visit to JCC during 16th annual Nancy Avis L'Dor V'Dor Awards

"We're so proud to see the inspiring legacy of Nancy Avis live on in these five outstanding honorees. These women carry on a tradition of leadership from one generation to the next - L'Dor V'Dor," JCC CEO Orit Lender said.
NYC LGBT
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago

Women Who Had Teen "Relationships" With Older Men The Realize Were Predators Share How It Happened

The article highlights the harmful dynamics of teenage girls dating much older men, often framed as flattering but rooted in exploitation.
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Take a look at some of Miami Dade College's new graduates

Reshma Saujani, a leading activist who has spent more than a decade building movements to fight for the economic empowerment of women and girls, was the keynote speaker.
Miami food
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Angie Murimirwa: From hiding in the bathroom to Time's most influential people list

Angeline Murimirwa, a global education advocate, highlights the importance of educating girls to empower communities.
#meghan-markle
#resistance
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Black feminist movement has a history of standing up to fascism. Now we are inviting others to join us in the fight | Hakima Abbas

Black women were instrumental in defeating Bolsonaro and reshaping Brazil's political landscape towards democracy.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Black feminist movement has a history of standing up to fascism. Now we are inviting others to join us in the fight | Hakima Abbas

Black women were instrumental in defeating Bolsonaro and reshaping Brazil's political landscape towards democracy.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Michelle Obama reveals why she skipped Trump's inauguration: 'Hard thing for me to do'

It started with not having anything to wear," Obama said in a Monday episode of her podcast, "IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson.
Washington DC
#relationships
#memoir
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Sex expert reveals five unexpected ways to enhance your orgasms

"It's all about finding out what works for you," Nice, who's partnered with sex toy company OhMy!Gasm, told The Post in a statement. She insisted that women "learn more about their bodies and improve their ability to achieve orgasm."
Exercise
#katy-perry
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
OMG science

Katy Perry says she's going to put the 'ass' in astronaut in nutty interview ahead of all-female Blue Origin space flight

Katy Perry and an all-female crew are set to glamorously represent women in space travel on Blue Origin's mission.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
OMG science

Katy Perry says she's going to put the 'ass' in astronaut in nutty interview ahead of all-female Blue Origin space flight

Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When "Let Them" Isn't Enough, You Need to Act

Taking collective action often yields greater impact than individual efforts.
Collective efforts bolster the movements that benefit women and girls significantly.
Understanding motivations for collective action can guide better engagement.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Who Wants Normal? The Disabled Girls' Guide to Life by Frances Ryan review countering the stereotypes

Frances Ryan's latest book highlights personal and political challenges faced by disabled women, emphasizing the societal barriers affecting their daily lives.
#media
fromWhoWhatWear
1 month ago
Podcast

How Jennie Garth Has Evolved Her Career To Continue Empowering Women

Jennie Garth exemplifies the power of career reinvention by embracing diversification and self-empowerment after her iconic role in Beverly Hills, 90210.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Women in technology

Dying for Sex review Michelle Williams' erotic journey is revolutionary TV

The Disney+ miniseries 'Dying for Sex' challenges traditional portrayals of sexuality by showcasing a woman's journey toward pleasure after a cancer diagnosis.
Podcast
fromWhoWhatWear
1 month ago

How Jennie Garth Has Evolved Her Career To Continue Empowering Women

Jennie Garth exemplifies the power of career reinvention by embracing diversification and self-empowerment after her iconic role in Beverly Hills, 90210.
Social media marketing
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I was a stay-at-home mom. Now, I'm a fashion influencer in her 50s with brand deals and a podcast.

Caroline Baudino transformed her life from a stay-at-home mom to a successful content creator and entrepreneur after a personal crisis.
frombrooklyneagle.com
1 month ago

Female Kings County Court employees honored at Afternoon Tea Party'

The event aimed to celebrate Women's History Month by creating a unique platform where women could share their inspirational journeys in a feminine, tea party setting.
NYC politics
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago

Silly Nice Is for the Moms, the Bosses, and the Wellness Queens | stupidDOPE

Silly Nice is building a reputation on clean, potent, and purpose-driven weed products that speak directly to moms juggling schedules and wellness queens.
Food & drink
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